Tokyo is About to Become the Global Tech Hub You Never Saw Coming

Get ready for the biggest innovation conference in Asia, where startups, investors, and city leaders come together to shape the future of sustainable cities. TechCrunch is partnering with SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, and the stakes are higher than ever. The winner of the SusHi Tech Challenge will get a chance to pitch on the coveted TechCrunch Disrupt stage.

Key Takeaways

• SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is the largest innovation conference in Asia, with 750 startup exhibitors from 60 countries.
• The conference focuses on four key technology domains: AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment.
• The winner of the SusHi Tech Challenge will get a chance to pitch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage and win ¥10,000,000.

In This Article

• What is SusHi Tech Tokyo?
• TechCrunch Partners with SusHi Tech Tokyo
• The SusHi Tech Challenge: What's at Stake?
• Four Key Technology Domains
• What the Experts Say
• What's Next for SusHi Tech Tokyo?

What is SusHi Tech Tokyo?

Imagine a conference where the world's best innovators come together to build sustainable cities of the future. That's what SusHi Tech Tokyo is all about. Now in its fourth year, this conference has grown into the largest innovation event in Asia, attracting startups, investors, corporate partners, and city leaders from around the globe.

• The conference is organized by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
• It aims to bring together the world's best innovators to build sustainable cities.

TechCrunch Partners with SusHi Tech Tokyo

TechCrunch is excited to announce its partnership with SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026. As part of this partnership, TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield program manager, Isabelle Johannessen, will be judging the SusHi Tech Challenge, the conference's flagship pitch competition.

• The winner of the SusHi Tech Challenge will get a chance to pitch on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage.
• The competition drew 820 applications from 60 countries and regions.

The SusHi Tech Challenge: What's at Stake?

The SusHi Tech Challenge is the conference's flagship pitch competition, where 20 semifinalists will compete for a chance to win ¥10,000,000 and a spot on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage. The stakes are high, but the rewards are worth it.

• The competition will be judged by a panel of industry experts, including Isabelle Johannessen from TechCrunch.
• The winner will be announced on April 28, and will receive automatic entry into the TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield Top 200.

Four Key Technology Domains

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is focusing on four key technology domains that are reshaping society: AI, Robotics, Resilience, and Entertainment. These domains will be explored through live demos, sessions, and conversations with industry experts.

• AI is being used to rewrite the global music and anime industries.
• Robotics is being used to create humanoid robots and autonomous driving systems.

What the Experts Say

The conference will feature speakers from around the world, including Howard Wright from Nvidia, Rob Chu from AWS, and Tokyo governor Yuriko Koike. Here's what some of the experts have to say about the conference.

• The conference is a great opportunity for startups to connect with investors and corporate partners.
• The focus on sustainable cities is crucial for the future of our planet.

What's Next for SusHi Tech Tokyo?

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is shaping up to be an unforgettable event. With its focus on sustainable cities, innovative technologies, and startup growth, this conference is a must-attend for anyone in the tech industry. So mark your calendars for April 27-29 and get ready to experience the future of technology.

• The conference will take place at Tokyo Big Sight from April 27-29.
• Tickets are available now, and attendees can expect to network with over 60,000 people from around the world.

“The world's best innovators to build sustainable cities of the future.”

— Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Final Thoughts

As the world becomes increasingly urbanized, the need for sustainable cities has never been more pressing. SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is at the forefront of this movement, bringing together the best minds in the industry to shape the future of our cities. With its focus on innovation, technology, and startup growth, this conference is set to be a game-changer. So don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of it.

Sources & Credits

Originally reported by AI News & Artificial Intelligence | TechCrunch — Cindy Zackney